What happens when you realize the conversations we have daily barely scratch the surface?

Kate Terentieva, the founder of Off the Record, set out to change that.

In this episode, I sit down with Kate to talk about her journey from creative director in the ad world to launching a product that’s all aboutreal connection. Off the Record is more than just a card game—it’s a tool for fostering deeper, more meaningful conversations.

We get into:

• The problem with surface-level conversations (and why we crave more)
• How the mechanics of Off the Record encourage vulnerability
• The unexpected places the game has made an impact—from team-building to date nights
• What it takes to launch a product-based business and build a brand beyond marketing
• The power of community, word-of-mouth growth, and an unexpected celebrity endorsement 👀

The pandemic changed the way we connect—and Kate’s mission is to help us rebuild those connections in a way that feelsgenuine. If you’ve ever wished your conversations went beyond small talk, this episode is for you.

Kate’s Social Links: https://playofftherecord.com/

https://www.instagram.com/katarinaterentieva/

https://www.tiktok.com/@katarinaterentieva  

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kateterentieva/

OTR’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playofftherecord

Episode Highlights:

03:13 → The problem with superficial conversations (and why Off the Record is the antidote)
06:00 → How the game is structured to create natural, engaging discussions
11:25 → Why deeper conversations are essential for stronger relationships
19:14 → What Kate learned from launching a product-based business
26:29 → The role of authentic connection beyond just marketing strategies
31:31 → The power of word-of-mouth and an unexpected celebrity endorsement
39:20 → Where Off the Record is headed next

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